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Events and info sessions

Get to know VIU

Interested in learning about VIU? Join us for an info session or event. At an info session with a recruiter from the Office of Future Students you get an overview of VIU. You learn about the variety of programs VIU offers and the process for becoming a student. You also get a snapshot of the services and supports for students. Program info sessions will cover a program or suite of programs in detail. All info sessions include an opportunity for you to ask questions.

Who are info sessions for?

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Students

Get the details aboue life at VIU, including student life, programs and more. 

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Parents and family

Learn about the supports and services that set your child up for success at school and beyond.

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International students

Learn about life in Canada. And learn what to expect when you attend VIU.
 

Upcoming information sessions

General info sessions

Nov
6

TIA Yukon Information Session

TIA Yukon is the voice of the visitor industry, uniting a common voice and actions to influence, promote, and support the development of tourism in the Yukon…
Jan
22

Out-of-Province Parent's Webinar

If you’re a parent or guardian of a high school student considering post-secondary, or a parent of a first-year university student, this event is for you! When…
Jan
29

Parent's Night Webinar

If you’re a parent or guardian of a high school student considering post-secondary, or a parent of a first-year university student, this event is for you!At…

Program info sessions

Nov
1

Community Partners Connection series: A moment of conversation with Island Coastal Economic Trust

Join us for the inaugural event of the new Community Partners Connection series, aimed at collaboration and learning between VIU and key partner organizations…
Nov
5

Esthetics Program Open House

Join us to celebrate the Esthetic's program new home!We're excited to announce our move from the Parksville campus to the Nanaimo campus where we now share a…
Nov
7

ITAS Career Connect

The Career Studio is grateful to host the ITAS Career Connect session partnering with the ITAS faculty. Join us at this session to learn where your degree may…
Nov
7

Early Childhood Education and Care Information Session

Want to make a positive difference in the lives of children? Join us at an upcoming (Teams) ECEC Information Session to find out more about the Early Childhood…

International recruitment events

Thinking about moving to Canada for school? Stay informed about upcoming VIU international recruitment events.

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What to expect at a VIU info session

At a general info session led by VIU recruiters you will learn about the VIU experience. You'll get information on student life, programs and the supports available to you. The session will cover topics like: 

  • athletics
  • clubs
  • research
  • work integrated learning opportunities
  • student housing

Anyone can attend any general info session, but each session will focus on information for a specific group. 

At a program session you get all the details about a program or a group of related programs. 

All sessions include time for your questions, and we always make sure you know how to contact us for further questions. 

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Attend one of our annual events

Engaged Citizen Speaker Series

Speakers present on timely, relevant and thought-proving topics to promote community discussion on the responsibilities of good citizenship.

Engaged Citizen Speaker Series

 

Indigenous Speaker Series

Held every fall in partnership with CBC Radio's Ideas program.

Indigenous Speaker Series

 

Colloquium Series

Free public lectures by Arts & Humanities faculty. 

Colloquium Series

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Take a campus tour

For the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student here, check out a campus tour. 

The tours are led by current students who are always happy to share their perspective on the VIU experience. 

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Sign up for the newsletter

There’s always something happening at VIU. Get all the details on upcoming events delivered to your inbox. Sign up for the VIUConnect newsletter for events, stories and updates on all things VIU. 

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Connect with a VIU recruiter

Looking for a personal connection? Talk to a VIU recruiter. Our friendly recruiters can connect you with the information on services and programs that will help you make an informed decision. You can schedule an appointment or drop in during office hours at the Nanaimo campus. You can schedule a virtual meeting, and you can call or email. 

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